Haunt Your Home
Decorating Contest & Spirit Map
Important Dates
Thursday, October 1st
Contest Registration & Spirit Map submissions open
Thursday, October 15th
Contest registration closes
Friday, October 16th
Spirit Map goes live & *public voting begins
Saturday, October 24th
*Jury scoring
Sunday, October 25th
*Public voting & Spirit Map submissions close
Monday, October 26th
*Winners announced & trophy pickup begins
Thursday, October 29th
*Final day for winner trophy pickup
Friday, October 30th
Second & final Spirit Map update
Saturday, October 31st
Happy Halloween! 🎃
Sunday, November 1st
Last day to view the Spirit Map online. Note, some homes may take their displays down prior to this.
*A minimum of 12 contestants must enter by the close of registration for the contest to take place. If fewer than 12 enter, there will be no voting or awards, but the Spirit Map will still be published.
Contest & Map Rules
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Open to all residents of Festival Foothills & Sun City Festival in Buckeye, AZ 85396.
Your decorations must be visible from the front of your home.
A minimum of 12 home must enter by the deadline for the contest & voting to take place.
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All contest entries will automatically be added to the Spirit Map. There is no need for contestants to fill out both forms.
Other than contestants, only homes that have submitted the Spirit Map form giving permission to post their address will have their home pinned on the map.
The map may also include notable streets or areas with a large number of decorated homes.
The Spirit Map will be published online and can be viewed by anyone during the duration listed.
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There is no fee to enter.
All entries must be submitted through the registration form.
A photo of your display must be submitted with your entry.
See the Important Dates list for dates and deadlines.
Late entries will not be accepted.
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Neighbor's Choice
Better hope your neighbors like you! 😂 This award goes to the display with the most votes from neighbors. Start your campaigning now!👻
Slay the Day
Got a killer display? 🔪 This award is for the home that goes all out with lights, decorations, and serious Halloween wow factor. ✨
Creepin' it Real
This award is for those who think outside the coffin! ⚰️ Featuring the most creative, original, or imaginative theme. 🕷️
Fright the Front
Your front yard doesn't have to be huge to make an impression! 😈 This award is for the display that makes the most of the space you've got, big or small. 🏠
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A minimum of 12 homes must enter for the contest to take place. If fewer than 12 homes enter, there will be no voting or awards, but the Spirit Map will still be published.
Neighbor's Choice is determined by public voting from neighbors.
The remaining category awards are scored by a jury of neighbors.
Public voting is open to residents of Festival Foothills and Sun City Festival only.
Contestants may vote for their own display.
One vote per household.
Contestants should have their decorations and lights on and visible from the street during the voting period.
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Each winner will be notified privately by email, featured in my November newsletter, and recognized via social media where applicable.
All winners will receive a custom trophy and yard sign to display at their home.
Winners are responsible for picking up their trophies from my home in Festival Foothills by the deadline listed or it will be forfeited.
All contestants agree that their submitted display photo may be used for contest purposes and that additional photos and/or videos may be taken of their display for winner announcements and other contest related content online. Every effort will be made to avoid including people, pets, license plates, and house numbers whenever possible.
Previous Year Winners
2025
2024
About the Contests
Hi guys, it's me, Dawn! I organize both the Haunt Your Home & the Festival of Lights contests every year. They are actually the main reason I started this website in the first place. The contests are not affiliated with or sponsored by anyone but me.
Thanks for joining in and helping make the neighborhood so much fun each year!

